WHAT NOT TO BRING
Please do not bring anything that could put the health, safety, or security of others at risk, such as:
- Air conditioners (all models)
- Amplified sound equipment
- Candles or incense
- Cooking appliances (toaster, drip coffee pot, hot plate, panini press, rice cooker, etc.)
- Hoverboards
- Exposed heating elements (sun lamps, hot plates, space heaters)
- Extra furniture that would crowd your room & create a fire hazard
- Faceplate or octopus-style extension cords
- Firearms or weapons
- Flammable liquids (gas, kerosene)
- Grills (all kinds, including electric grills)
- Halogen lamps and halogen light bulbs
- Mercury thermometers
- Microwaves above 700 watts
- Pets (except fish in a 10-gallon aquarium or service/comfort animals approved by Student Accessibility Services)
Sorry, family and friends may not bring pets into the halls.
WHAT IS OK TO BRING
You are welcome to bring these items:
BED, BATH, LAUNDRY
- Blankets/Pillows/Sheets - Mattress Size:
- 36" x 80" x 7.25" or
- 915cm x 203.2cm x 18.3cm
- Flip Flops/Shower Shoes
- Hamper/Laundry Detergent/Laundry Bag
- Hangers
- Robe/Slippers
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Shower Caddy/Soap/Deodorant
- Towels
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste
- Under-Bed Boxes/Crates
ELECTRONICS
- Cell phone/charger
- Computer
- Ethernet Cable - 25 ft.
- Fan
- Printer
- Surge Protector
| Check this guide for details on what devices can be used on the UVM network—including games, consoles, smart speakers, casting devices, and media consoles. |
FOOD
Appliances
- Coffee Pot with Automatic Shutoff
- Keurig®-type Coffee Machine
- Microwave (700 watts or less)
- Popcorn Popper
- Refrigerator (4.0 cu. ft., 34" or less)
Other
- Bowl/Plate/Cups/Silverware/Can Opener
- Dishwashing Liquid/Sponge
- Napkins/Paper Towels
- Refillable Water Bottle/Travel Mug
- Snacks
- Storage Containers
STUDY
- Academic College Information
- Calculator/Bookbag/Backpack
- Desk Light (but not Halogen)
- Energy-Efficient Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
- Pens/Pencils/Stapler/Tape
- Small Trash Can
JUST IN CASE...
- Bandaids/Thermometer/Pain Relief Meds
- Birth Certificate/Passport (original)
- Copy of Personal Health/Property Insurance
- Copy of Property Serial Numbers
- Tools/Flashlight
- Umbrella